Wendy Holle, CPA has earned the Not-For-Profit Certificate Levels I and II through AICPA and CIMA. Earning the Not-for-Profit Certificate I and II badges … [Read more...]
Wendy Holle earns the Not-For-Profit Certificate Levels I and II through AICPA and CIMA
September 26, 2025
What should we include in a bereavement leave policy?
September 24, 2025 by Nicholle Peterson
Bereavement leave typically allows employees to take time off to grieve, make arrangements, or attend services following the death of a loved one. If you offer … [Read more...]
Valerie Messner Earns CPA Designation
September 19, 2025
Valerie Messner earned her Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation from the Minnesota State Board of Accountancy. She joined CDS in 2024 as a Staff … [Read more...]
Kiara Eischens-Larson joins CDS
September 18, 2025
Kiara Eischens-Larson recently joined CDS as a Staff Accountant in our Willmar office. Prior to CDS, she volunteered as a tax preparer for UCAP clients. She … [Read more...]
How can we help employees navigate this change?
September 10, 2025 by Nicholle Peterson
We are planning to switch to a new communications software in our office. How can we help employees navigate this change? Communicate why you’re switching … [Read more...]
Payroll tax implications of new tax breaks on tips and overtime
September 9, 2025 by Jeff Rislov
Before the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), tip income and overtime income were fully taxable for federal income tax purposes. The new law changes that. Tip … [Read more...]
Ellary Shipman re-joins CDS
September 9, 2025
Ellary Shipman re-joined CDS in 2025 as a Staff Accountant, after working as a seasonal Tax Accountant with the firm. Prior to joining CDS, she gained over … [Read more...]
How tariffs could increase your company’s supply chain risk
September 8, 2025 by Annette Benson
Your company’s supply chain is one of the many business functions vulnerable to fraud, particularly as foreign tariffs take effect. Dishonest employees and … [Read more...]
Run a business with your spouse? You may encounter unique tax issues
September 8, 2025 by David Corneil
Do you and your spouse together operate a profitable unincorporated small business? If so, you face some challenging tax issues. The partnership issue An … [Read more...]
